Sleater-Kinney has shared a rare live recording of their song “Complex Female Characters.” The previously-unreleased version comes off Here and There, a forthcoming compilation from Courtney Barnett that will benefit the National Network of Abortion Funds and Advocates for Youth. Purchase or stream the song here. For Here and There, out Aug. 19, Barnett has …
Read More »'2 Be Loved' Lizzo Ditches 'Truth Hurts' Lizzo at the Altar in New Video
Lizzo is a runaway bride in her new video for “2 Be Loved (Am I Ready).” On Monday, the singer released the visual to accompany her latest single from her Specialalbum, released earlier this summer. The video opens with Lizzo walking down the aisle, recreating the scene from her “Truth …
Read More »Beyoncé Duets With Ronald Isley in Reimagining of 'Make Me Say It Again Girl, Pts. 1 & 2'
Beyoncé and Ronald Isley have teamed up for a duet, giving a new spin to the Isley Brothers’ classic “Make Me Say It Again Girl, Pts. 1 & 2.” The new version is set to appear on the Isley Brothers’ upcoming album, which is scheduled for release later this year. …
Read More »Ali Gatie Taps Kehlani to Celebrate His New Album With 'The Look' Video
Ali Gatie might be embracing sadness on his heart-wrenching new album Who Hurt You? — but he’s also drawing people to the dance floor with the upbeat vibes of his new single, “The Look,” which features a verse from singer-songwriter Kehlani. “I’ve been a fan of Kehlani for a while …
Read More »Death Cab for Cutie Explore the Existential on 'Foxglove Through the Clearcut'
Death Cab for Cutie traverse new sonic territory with the quasi-experimental new single “Foxglove Through the Clearcut,” which comes off the band’s upcoming studio album Asphalt Meadows, out September 16. Combining spoken word elements with the band’s signature observational lyricism and introspective instrumentation, the song examines the thoughts brought about …
Read More »A Creepy Robot Doll Auditions to Replace M.I.A. in 'Popular' Video
A robot by the name of M.A.I. took over the Instagram page of musician M.I.A. over the last week. Her message was simple: “M.I.A. is irrelevant. She’s got an expiry date… I am techno humanoid. I’m forever.” Now, audiences are finally introduced to the singer’s replacement through her audition video …
Read More »Santigold Drops Resilient New Single 'Shake' From Upcoming LP 'Spirituals'
Santigold has shared her resilient new track “Shake,” the fourth single from her upcoming new album Spirituals, as well as its video inspired in part by the “strength and fortitude” of young civil rights protestors. “‘Shake’ is one of those songs that was just floating around me for the taking, …
Read More »Rosalía Is a Free Beach Baby in the Video for 'Despechá'
Rosalía brings mambo, merengue, and her carefree energy to the beaches of Spain in the video for her recent single, “Despechá.” On Wednesday, the Spanish singer released the sunnyside visuals for her track, which she says was inspired by the music of the Dominican Republic. “Baby, no me llames/Que yo …
Read More »Britney Spears Set to Make Musical Comeback With Elton John on 'Hold Me Closer'
Britney’s back, bitch! Pop icon Britney Spears is back in the studio, six years after releasing Glory, thanks to a duet with none other than Elton John. Though a release date has yet to be announced, John confirmed the collab, sharing an image of the single artwork, which features a …
Read More »The Weeknd Recruits Summer Walker for New 'Best Friend' Remix
The Weeknd has enlisted Summer Walker for a remix of “Best Friend,” a track from his 2021 LP Dawn FM. Walker adds her signature, buttery smooth vocals to the groove-laden track, offering a female perspective to the “Blinding Lights” singer’s song about a casual hookup that unintentionally transforms into something …
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